Thanks to online talent platforms like Fiverr, it's now easier than ever to outsource work. For less than twenty bucks, you can find a writer, designer or editor. It's convenient if you're hiring, but it's frustrating for workers who earn their living this way. Here's how you can compete with sites that offer cheap…»2/17/15 10:00am 2/17/15 10:00am

All too often, the creative work we most value, the stuff that brings the greatest meaning and satisfaction to our lives, gets shoved aside for other priorities. No matter the creative work you're doing—writing, designing, composing, coding, or just brainstorming ideas—if you want to make real progress, it's essential…»2/05/15 2:00pm 2/05/15 2:00pm

Freelancing is a tough, unpredictable business. Lasting clients can make things a little more stable. To become the go-to freelancer for your client, find out how your work can stand out among the rest.»2/04/15 6:00am 2/04/15 6:00am

Every year at about this time, freelancers are inundated with Form 1099 so they can report their income to the IRS. But what if one you were expecting never arrives? Forbes' advice: Don't ask for it. »1/28/15 11:30am 1/28/15 11:30am

Becoming a freelancer doesn't just change the way you work; it also changes the way you manage your money. One area that requires special attention when you're self-employed is your tax filing. »1/13/15 8:31am 1/13/15 8:31am

One of the most stressful aspects of freelancing is making sure that your clients actually pay you for your hard work. There's nothing more frustrating than when a client keeps asking for more work when you still haven't gotten a check. Here's what you can do to ensure that you get paid.»12/01/14 2:00pm 12/01/14 2:00pm

When I took on my first client, I had no idea how to set my freelance rate. Asking for too much would make me seem greedy and asking for too little would leave me overworked and underpaid. It has taken a couple years, but I've finally come up with a system to set a rate that is best for me and my client.»11/17/14 2:00pm 11/17/14 2:00pm

If you're a designer, you might have trouble deciding how to price your work. You may take into account the type of client and project. "How Much Should I Charge" asks you five questions and then gives you the amount you should bid to the client. »11/08/14 3:00pm 11/08/14 3:00pm

Working from home is great, but it can sometimes feel like being an involuntary shut in. You sit at home all day, only to stay at home all night—and the more time you spend at home, the more inertia keeps you from leaving the house. Here's how to escape that rut. »11/06/14 10:00am 11/06/14 10:00am

You've mastered your lenses, you know which f-stop to use with your eyes closed, and you know how to get the perfect shot every time. Now what? Many amateur photographers look towards freelancing as a way to make a few bucks with their photos, but where to start? »10/27/14 12:00pm 10/27/14 12:00pm

Are you a full time employee of the company you work for, or are you an independent contractor? There are some key risks and rewards for how you classify yourself. This infographic shows you why your job classification matters.»10/03/14 9:30am 10/03/14 9:30am

When you're a freelancer, it's tempting to say yes to any opportunity that comes your way. However, it's okay to be choosy and pick the clients you want to work with based on how much they can offer in the future. »9/25/14 7:30am 9/25/14 7:30am

My steady corporate job was great on paper—it paid well and let me travel the world, but it was also incredibly taxing and limiting. I didn't want to be a cog in that system. I wanted to run my own business, but I never anticipated the challenges that came with it.»9/24/14 2:00pm 9/24/14 2:00pm

If you sell your time and need to give quotes to customers, you'll often round to the nearest zero and call it good. Customers might be more likely to accept your bid if you use an exact price. »9/20/14 4:00pm 9/20/14 4:00pm

Time management is a challenge for all of us, but we freelancers face a unique set of issues when it comes to making the most of our time. Not only are we juggling projects, we're juggling several clients and simultaneously trying to find new work. Here are some time management strategies freelancers and small… »8/28/14 10:00am 8/28/14 10:00am

Freelancing full time is a difficult, rewarding, and for some, very desirable option. Many people are foregoing stable nine-to-five jobs in favor of freelancing, and others are simply trying to make some extra money on the side. But there are a lot of unknown variables when you take the freelancing plunge. »8/25/14 12:00pm 8/25/14 12:00pm

Sure, you love your favorite after-hours activity now, but will you love it when it's your only source of income? Turning your hobby into a business is a big decision, and you need to ask yourself a few questions before taking the plunge. »8/13/14 2:00pm 8/13/14 2:00pm